Ethenylbenzene, polymer with butene and ethene, hydrogenated
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic copolymer created for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Used as a thickener, texturizer, and film-former in skincare and makeup products.